Moroccan Chicken With Couscous

Health score
33%
Moroccan Chicken With Couscous
40 min.
4
768kcal

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Moroccan Chicken with Couscous: A Flavorful Fusion for Your Next Feast

Dive into the rich and aromatic world of Moroccan cuisine with this exquisite recipe for Moroccan Chicken with Couscous. This dish is a delightful blend of spices, flavors, and textures that will transport your taste buds to the bustling markets of Marrakech. Perfect for a special lunch or dinner, this recipe serves 4 and is ready in just 40 minutes.

At its heart, this dish is a celebration of the North African love for bold flavors and vibrant ingredients. The chicken, cooked with a medley of spices including cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and a hint of nutmeg, is both tender and packed with flavor. The sweetness of the apricots and honey complements the savory elements, while the couscous adds a delightful, fluffy base.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the quality of its ingredients. Fresh mint adds a refreshing touch, and the use of orange blossom water (or juice) elevates the dish, infusing it with a unique, floral aroma. The sultanas and chopped walnuts in the couscous introduce a delightful crunch, while the steam cooking method ensures the ingredients meld together beautifully, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this dish is not only delicious but also mindful of dietary needs. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a sophisticated yet straightforward meal, Moroccan Chicken with Couscous is sure to satisfy. So, why not give this recipe a try and let your culinary journey take you on an exotic Moroccan adventure?

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  •  chicken breast skinless (I used breasts to reduce fat content)
  • teaspoons clear honey 
  • 350 couscous 
  • 0.3 cup apricot dried chopped
  • servings mint leaves fresh (to garnish)
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon turmeric 
  • pinch nutmeg grated
  •  onion finely chopped
  • tablespoon orange-flower water (I used orange juice)
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • pinch salt 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • tablespoons golden raisins 
  • tablespoon unrefined sunflower oil 
  • tablespoons walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Fry chicken portions skin side down in butter and oil until golden.Turn.
    2. Add onions, garlic, spices, salt, orange juice and 300ml of water.Cover and bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
    3. Mix couscous with salt and 350ml of water.Leave to soak for 5 minutes.
    4. Add rest of ingredients for couscous.Line a steamer with greaseproof paper and spoon the cous cous inches.
    5. Place over chicken and steam for 10 minutes.
    6. Remove steamer, stir honey into chicken liquid and boil rapidly for 3-4 minutes. (At this point I stirred in 1 tsp of cornflour mixed with a little water to thicken the sauce).
    7. Serve chicken on top of couscous and pour over a little of the sauce.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories768kcal
    Protein32.36%
    Fat19.35%
    Carbs48.29%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    134.11
    Glycemic Load
    50.66
    Inflammation Score
    -9
    Nutrition Score
    31.654782564744%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    0.14mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.32mg
    Hesperetin
    1.12mg
    Naringenin
    0.18mg
    Apigenin
    0.06mg
    Luteolin
    0.14mg
    Isorhamnetin
    2.76mg
    Kaempferol
    0.56mg
    Myricetin
    0.04mg
    Quercetin
    11.39mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:767.5kcal
    38.37%
    Fat:16.29g
    25.07%
    Saturated Fat:3.95g
    24.68%
    Carbohydrates:91.53g
    30.51%
    Net Carbohydrates:84.62g
    30.77%
    Sugar:16.93g
    18.81%
    Cholesterol:152.16mg
    50.72%
    Sodium:889.44mg
    38.67%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:61.32g
    122.64%
    Vitamin B3:27.13mg
    135.67%
    Selenium:73.46µg
    104.94%
    Vitamin B6:1.95mg
    97.29%
    Phosphorus:677.68mg
    67.77%
    Manganese:1.14mg
    57.25%
    Vitamin B5:4.49mg
    44.93%
    Potassium:1272.29mg
    36.35%
    Magnesium:119.27mg
    29.82%
    Fiber:6.9g
    27.61%
    Vitamin B1:0.34mg
    22.95%
    Copper:0.45mg
    22.57%
    Vitamin B2:0.35mg
    20.44%
    Zinc:2.41mg
    16.04%
    Vitamin E:2.37mg
    15.8%
    Vitamin C:12.27mg
    14.88%
    Iron:2.61mg
    14.51%
    Folate:47.11µg
    11.78%
    Vitamin A:510.84IU
    10.22%
    Vitamin B12:0.46µg
    7.63%
    Calcium:69.15mg
    6.91%
    Vitamin K:1.89µg
    1.8%
    Vitamin D:0.23µg
    1.51%
    Source:Food.com